What's My Learning Style

According to my Learning Style Results, I scored a “1” on the “Active” side of the Active-vs-Reflective scale. I learned that I am pretty well balanced when it comes to learning by doing, as well as by reflecting on a project first and then doing it. I have no preference on this style of learning. I tend to treat each situation individually, deciding if the situation requires a lot of thinking prior to doing.

On the Sensing-vs-Intuitive scale, I scored a “5” on the Sensing side of the scale. I learned that I prefer learning facts rather than concepts or theories. I prefer solving problems by well-established methods rather than rewriting the book. I tend to be more practical and careful that intuitors and am more patient with details, as well as good at memorizing facts and doing hands-on work.

I scored a “5” on the Verbal side of the Visual-vs-Verbal scale. This result taught me that I learn more out of words, written or spoken, rather than from pictures or other visual demonstrations. I prefer reading texts or listening to lectures over visual presentations.

On the Sequential-vs-Global scale, I scored a “9” on the Sequential side of the scale. This means I learn better by taking linear steps rather than large jumps. I need to follow a logical pattern from one step to the next.

I have taken this test before so I have learned to be more aware of my learning styles and have tried to use other methods of learning that may be uncomfortable for me. By being aware of the pros and cons of each learning style, it helps me to better understand the individual needs of my students. If I notice a student that is struggling with a lecture of mine, then I must assume that this child needs more of a visual output. By knowing my own styles of learning, I can creatively assess and address the needs of my students so that no one is left behind.

Why I Want To Be A Teacher

After much thought and consideration, I have decided to change my career path from Business to Education. I currently hold a B.A. in Business Administration but have found that the opportunities in my demographic location are in the field of Education. I live in a small county that does not pay well compared to that of a big city. By moving on to become a teacher, I will broaden my employment avenues to include, not only business prospects, but educational prospects as well.

I was previously employed by the Citrus County School System during the 2010-2011 school year. I taught ESE reading and language arts. However, halfway through the year my husband died suddenly and I took leave for the remaining of the school year. I decided to take the following school year off to pursue my Professional Teaching Certificate, with hopes of becoming reemployed in the near future.

During my experience as a teacher, I found that teaching is exactly where I want to be. I love interacting with children of the middle school age and find that a career in teaching will allow me to follow my childhood dreams. Also, I am a single mother of four school-age children, so teaching will allow me to have the type of schedule that will enable me to parent my children as I wish. Having the summers off with my children is a huge advantage of being in the teaching field.

I would also like to become a teacher so that I have the ability to tutor students who need extra help. By working in the ESE field, I found that the need for one-on-one involvement was a crucial necessity within the school system. My long-term goal is to teach within a normal classroom environment, while offering extended education to those in need.

In summary, I feel that my patience, talent and personality make me the type of teacher that can relate and respond to children in the middle school atmosphere. I have no doubt that this is the career that I plan to pursue until retirement.